Umfoka Msezane is a strong entry in the Awulith’ qheke project on the ninth track, Ushayasbhamu. It has a distinctly South African creative voice and is one of the 12 tracks that together tell a story across the album.

Ushayasbhamu, which comes toward the end of the release, is a key moment in the 2026 album and fits perfectly into the overall flow of the project. It is an example of the project-first approach to composing, with the focus being on the overall experience of the album, rather than singles.

The song is located firmly among the 12 tracks in total, featuring the intentional pace and thematic structuring that is a hallmark of Umfoka Msezane’s work. There’s a moment in 2026 that stands out in the artist’s ever-evolving record, a year where her South African roots fuse with a contemporary interpretation.